MILFORD SOUND DAY TOUR AND CRUISE FROM QUEENSTOWN

Price From

Adult NZ$275
Child NZ$220
Infant $185

Includes Polaroid experience

Fly Back Option: NZ$469PP (subject to availability)

Departure Time

Queenstown: 8:30AM, 12 hours

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WiFi & Water

Overview

Our guided tour and cruise of Milford Sound will provide you with an experience to remember. Commentary from our passionate guides will keep you entertained & engaged as you travel through one of New Zealand’s most pristine landscapes, towards the country’s tourism jewel, Piopiotahi/Milford Sound.

Allowing for plenty of scenic stops along the way, have your camera at the ready as you experience the magical beauty of some of this area’s top locations, such as Eglinton Valley & Mirror Lakes. Culminating the adventure is a 1 hour 45 minute Milford Sound cruise, where sheer cliffs rise dramatically from the pristine waters, and majestic waterfalls cascade from heights that seem to touch the heavens—a surreal experience that etches the beauty of Fiordland into memory, with chances to spot fur seals, dolphins and even whales!

*No pickups from Glenorchy, Arthurs Point or Arrowtown

Highlights

Mirror Lakes, nestled on the journey to Milford Sound, present a breathtaking reflection of the surrounding snow-capped peaks and lush forests. The Eglinton Valley, with its expansive meadows and towering mountains, serves as a captivating interlude, inviting travelers to immerse themselves in the grandeur of untouched wilderness. Culminating the adventure is a 1 hour 45 minute Milford Sound cruise.

– Polaroid Experience

– Mirror lakes

– Eglinton Valley

– Milford Sound

– Pop’s view lookout

How long is the day tour?

From Queenstown please allow approximately 12 hours.

What is the Polaroid experience?

Included in this tour, each booking gets one printed out polaroid photo of their group at one of the many scenic stops along the way! extra polaroids can be purchased.

Where do you pick up and drop off from?

We offer pickups from select Queenstown hotels and various stops in the town center and along Frankton Road. During booking, enter your accommodation, and we’ll suggest the closest stop.

How long does it take to get to Milford Sound from Queenstown?

While a direct drive would take about 3.5 hours, we choose to make the journey to Milford Sound more enjoyable by incorporating multiple stops for breaks and to savor the breathtaking scenery.

How many people will be on the tour?

Our vans can accommodate a maximum of 11 people, ensuring a personalised and intimate group experience.

What lunch options are available on this tour?

We offer a fresh picnic lunch which can be purchased for an additional $29.99pp at checkout,

This includes: Wrap or Sandwhich (different options), Cos-Cos Salad, Fruit Salad, Muffin, Cheese crackers and mints

Is this tour family friendly?

There is no age restriction for this tour, and it’s a wonderful opportunity for children to enjoy the stunning scenery and wildlife. However, please consider that the extended travel duration may pose challenges for babies and young children.

What types of vehicles will we travel in?

We travel in modern Mercedes vans accommodating up to 11 passengers, ensuring a true small-group experience.

What others are saying

"Our group of 7 (including 5 kids) used DNA Tours to get to The Remarkables and back for 4 days straight. The service was excellent. We were picked up from our accommodation each morning at the front door and enjoyed a very pleasant drive to the snow each day. Our driver Aaron was very friendly, always on time and a safe driver. It was a very clean and comfortable Mercedes van and we would recommend DNA Tours to anyone looking for a better way to get the mountain !"

Rob - Sydney, Australia